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CABWI Awarding Body · RQF Level 2

CABWI Level 2 Certificate In Network Construction Operations (Water) - Service Layer

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  • LevelRQF Level 2
  • Total credits32
  • Guided learning198 hours
  • Units in this qualification13

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These are the units CABWI Awarding Body registers against this qualification. It is a catalogue, not a syllabus. Which of them you take depends on the combination the qualification requires, and that is set by the awarding body rather than by us. Every unit here is regulated, and every one you earn is yours to keep.

Create an efficient and effective environment in Utilities Network ConstructionReal unit · CABWI Awarding Body
You'll learn to work efficiently and effectively in utilities network construction by organising work activities to minimise hazards, maintaining high standards of housekeeping, and communicating data to resolve problems while adhering to health and safety requirements.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work efficiently and effectively in utilities network construction
  • Organise their work and maintain standards to minimise hazards
  • Use and communicate data and information effectively
  • Resolve problems that arise from work activities
  • Know Health and Safety guidance and legislation in utilities network construction operations
  • Understand how to create an efficient and effective environment in utilities network construction
Establish and maintain effective working relationships in Utilities Network ConstructionReal unit · CABWI Awarding Body
It teaches you to establish and maintain effective working relationships within utilities network construction. You'll develop communication skills, share data effectively, and resolve conflicts to support collabourative working and comply with health and safety legislation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Establish and maintain productive working relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders in utilities network construction
  • Use and communicate data and information effectively to support collaborative working and achieve common goals
  • Resolve problems that could damage effective working relationships, using appropriate communication and conflict resolution techniques
  • Know Health and Safety guidance and legislation in utilities network construction operations, ensuring a safe working environment for all
  • Understand how to establish and maintain effective working relationships in utilities network construction, including the importance of communication, respect, and trust
Excavate and maintain holes and trenches for utilities network constructionReal unit · CABWI Awarding Body
This unit provides learners with the skills to safely excavate and maintain holes and trenches for utilities network construction. You'll excavate to specified dimensions, maintain excavation integrity, communicate relevant data, and address problems while following environmental and safety regulations.

What you'll be able to do

  • Excavate on site to requirements
  • Maintain the integrity of the excavation
  • Use and communicate data and information effectively
  • Resolve problems which could arise from excavation work
  • Demonstrate general knowledge and understanding for utilities network construction operations
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how excavation work must be carried out to comply with legal and industry requirements
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of excavating in a variety of situations using different techniques and equipment
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the tools and equipment used in the course of excavation activities
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of responsibilities to others during excavation work
Install equipment for safe working on sites for utilities network constructionReal unit · CABWI Awarding Body
You'll learn to prepare, segregate, and protect work sites for utilities network construction. The unit includes assessing hazards, organising resources, communicating information, and resolving problems to ensure a safe and secure working environment.

What you'll be able to do

  • Prepare, segregate and protect the work site in accordance with safety regulations and industry best practices.
  • Prepare resources for site works, ensuring availability and suitability for the tasks required.
  • Use and communicate data and information effectively related to site preparation and resource management.
  • Resolve problems which could arise from preparing the site and resource requirements, implementing appropriate solutions.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding for utilities network construction operations, including safety procedures and environmental considerations.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of installing equipment for safe working on site, including its purpose and proper usage.
Install equipment for safe working on the highway for utilities network constructionReal unit · CABWI Awarding Body
You'll develop the ability to install temporary signing, lighting, and guarding equipment for safe working on highways within utilities network construction. The unit covers preparation of resources, adherence to codes of practice and legislation, communication, and problem-solving related to highway works.

What you'll be able to do

  • Set out temporary signing, lighting and guarding traffic control equipment in line with industry Codes of Practice and current legislation
  • Prepare resources for highway works
  • Use and communicate data and information effectively
  • Resolve problems which could arise from work on the highway
  • Demonstrate general knowledge and understanding for utilities network construction operations
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of installing equipment for safe working on the highway
Install water services up to 50mm nominal bore or 63mm polyethyleneReal unit · CABWI Awarding Body
This unit equips learners with the knowledge and skills to install water services up to 50mm nominal bore or 63mm polyethylene. You'll interpret technical information, select appropriate components, carry out installation, communicate data, and resolve issues arising from installation work.

What you'll be able to do

  • Interpret technical information for installing water services
  • Select water service components and resources for installation of the system
  • Install components of the water service system
  • Use and communicate data and information effectively
  • Resolve problems that arise from technical information and installation work
  • Demonstrate general knowledge and understanding for utilities network construction operations
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of installing water services
Joint materials by electrofusion processes on Utilities Network ConstructionReal unit · CABWI Awarding Body
You'll learn to make joints using electrofusion techniques on utilities networks. The unit includes adherence to procedures and safety guidelines, inspection of completed joints, accurate use and communication of data, and resolution of problems encountered during jointing.

What you'll be able to do

  • Make joints using electrofusion jointing techniques, following specified procedures and safety guidelines
  • Use and communicate data and information related to electrofusion jointing processes accurately and effectively
  • Resolve problems that arise during jointing work, using appropriate techniques and seeking assistance when necessary
  • Know Health and Safety guidance and legislation relevant to utilities network construction operations
  • Understand jointing materials by electrofusion processes on Utilities Network Construction, including their properties and applications
Joint materials by mechanical means on water network constructionReal unit · CABWI Awarding Body
It teaches you to joint materials by mechanical means in water network construction. You'll prepare and assemble materials according to procedures, inspect joints for quality, communicate data accurately, and resolve issues encountered during jointing activities.

What you'll be able to do

  • Joint materials by assembling them using mechanical means according to specified procedures.
  • Use and communicate data and information effectively related to water network construction and jointing activities.
  • Resolve problems which arise when performing jointing activities, applying appropriate solutions and techniques.
  • Demonstrate general knowledge and understanding for utilities network construction operations, including relevant regulations and safety procedures.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of jointing materials by mechanical means, including their properties, applications, and limitations.
Locate and avoid supply apparatus for utilities network constructionReal unit · CABWI Awarding Body
This unit covers the accurate location of supply apparatus using appropriate equipment and techniques. You'll learn to maintain the safety and integrity of apparatus during location activities, interpret location data, communicate effectively, and resolve problems arising from highway work.

What you'll be able to do

  • Locate supply apparatus accurately using appropriate equipment and techniques
  • Maintain the safety and integrity of supply apparatus during location activities, adhering to safety regulations and procedures
  • Use and communicate data and information related to supply apparatus location accurately and effectively
  • Resolve problems which could arise from work on the highway, following established procedures and seeking assistance when necessary
  • Demonstrate general knowledge and understanding for utilities network construction operations, including relevant regulations and safety procedures
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the different types of utility apparatus, including their characteristics and potential hazards
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of equipment and techniques used for locating supply apparatus, including their limitations and safe operating procedures
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of roles, responsibilities and communication requirements for locating utilities apparatus, including liaison with relevant stakeholders
Maintain a safe and secure working environment in water network constructionReal unit · CABWI Awarding Body
You'll gain knowledge and skills to maintain a safe and secure working environment in water network construction. The unit covers health and safety regulations, maintaining plant and equipment safety, implementing security measures, responding to emergencies, and effective communication.

What you'll be able to do

  • Maintain the health and safety of themselves and others in the working environment, adhering to safety regulations and procedures.
  • Maintain the safety and security of plant, equipment and the working environment, ensuring proper storage, maintenance, and security measures.
  • Respond to emergencies effectively, following established procedures and protocols.
  • Use and communicate data and information effectively related to health and safety in the workplace.
  • Resolve problems which could affect health and safety, implementing appropriate solutions and preventative measures.
  • Demonstrate general knowledge and understanding for utilities network construction operations, including relevant safety regulations and procedures.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of legislation, regulations, procedures and company policies relating to health and safety in water network construction.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the principles and application of risk assessment in the context of water network construction.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of maintaining the safety and security of plant, equipment and the working environment.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of roles and responsibilities in maintaining safety within a water network construction team.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the use and storage of information related to health and safety.
Operate powered tools and equipment for routine and predictable requirements on utilities network constructionReal unit · CABWI Awarding Body
You'll develop the skills to prepare, operate, and shut down powered tools and equipment safely for routine tasks in utilities network construction. The unit includes inspection procedures, communication of operational data, and problem resolution related to powered tool use.

What you'll be able to do

  • Prepare powered tools and equipment for routine and predictable use, ensuring they are in safe working order and ready for operation
  • Run and operate powered tools and equipment safely and effectively, following established procedures and guidelines
  • Shut down and carry out post-stop checks on powered tools and equipment, ensuring they are properly stored and maintained after use
  • Use and communicate data and information effectively in relation to the operation of powered tools and equipment, including recording usage and reporting any issues
  • Resolve problems which arise from operating powered tools and equipment, identifying potential issues and implementing appropriate solutions
  • Demonstrate general knowledge and understanding of utilities network construction operations, including relevant regulations and industry best practices
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of working with powered tools and equipment, including their safe operation, maintenance, and limitations
Reinstate excavation and pavement surfaces after utility network construction operationsReal unit · CABWI Awarding Body
This unit covers the preparation and execution of reinstating excavation and pavement surfaces following utility network construction. You'll develop skills in preparing surfaces, applying correct reinstatement techniques, communicating relevant data, and resolving problems that may arise during the process.

What you'll be able to do

  • Prepare for the reinstatement of excavation and pavement surfaces in accordance with specified procedures and safety regulations
  • Carry out the reinstatement of excavation and pavement surfaces to the required standards and specifications
  • Use and communicate data and information effectively in relation to reinstatement activities, including recording measurements and reporting progress
  • Resolve problems which could arise from reinstatement work, identifying potential issues and implementing appropriate solutions
  • Demonstrate general knowledge and understanding of utilities network construction operations, including relevant regulations and industry best practices
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the plant and equipment used for reinstatement activities, including their safe operation and maintenance
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of legislation and best practice for reinstatement operations, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of reinstatement activities, including different techniques and materials used
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of other agencies, utilities, their apparatus and communication requirements, ensuring effective coordination and collaboration
Restore water network components to operational condition by repairReal unit · CABWI Awarding Body
It teaches you to restore water network components to operational condition through repair. You'll follow specified procedures, carry out repairs, inspect components to required standards, communicate data effectively, and resolve problems arising during the repair process.

What you'll be able to do

  • Restore components to operational condition by carrying out repairs according to specified procedures
  • Use and communicate data and information related to the repair process accurately and effectively
  • Resolve problems which arise when restoring components to operational condition, using appropriate techniques and seeking assistance when necessary
  • Demonstrate general knowledge and understanding for utilities network construction operations, including relevant regulations and safety procedures
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of restoring components to operational condition, including fault diagnosis and repair techniques

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Every credit is a stamp you keep

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Create an efficient and effective environment in Utilities Network ConstructionEstablish and maintain effective working relationships in Utilities Network ConstructionExcavate and maintain holes and trenches for utilities network constructionInstall equipment for safe working on sites for utilities network constructionInstall equipment for safe working on the highway for utilities network constructionInstall water services up to 50mm nominal bore or 63mm polyethyleneJoint materials by electrofusion processes on Utilities Network ConstructionJoint materials by mechanical means on water network construction

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CABWI Level 2 Certificate In Network Construction Operations (Water) - Service Layer
  • Assess design options for utility networks
  • Assist in preparing for reinstatement of excavation and pavement surface
  • Assist with site preparation (Integrated Systems Engineering)
  • Backfill and reinstate excavations, trenches and surfaces during utilities network construction operations
  • Complete designs for utility network assets
  • Contribute to an effective and safe working environment in the utilities sector
  • Control delivery of utility network activities against operational plans and quality requirements
  • Create design for utility network assets
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Skills it covers

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Assess design options for utility networksAssist in preparing for reinstatement of excavation and pavement surfaceAssist with site preparation (Integrated Systems Engineering)Backfill and reinstate excavations, trenches and surfaces during utilities network construction operationsComplete designs for utility network assetsContribute to an effective and safe working environment in the utilities sectorControl delivery of utility network activities against operational plans and quality requirementsCreate design for utility network assetsDevelop productive working relationships with colleagues in the energy and utilities sectorEvaluate and Determine Options for Operating, Maintaining, and Developing the Utility Network and AssetsExcavate and maintain excavations and trenches for utilities network constructionImplement work on electricity network assetsJoint Materials by Electrofusion Processes for Complex Operations in Gas Network Construction LegacyJoint materials by mechanical means on water networksLocate and Avoid Supply Apparatus and Sub-StructuresMonitor safety for site staff, the public and vehiclesMonitor safety of excavations and trenches for utilities network constructionObtain the resources to carry out work on the utility network assets+16 more

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Credits you keep, a map that continuesEvery unit is regulated and yours for good. The day you finish, Zavmo already knows the next role your new credits open.
Create an efficient and effective environment in Utilities Network ConstructionLevel 2

Applied to your own work

Learners will acquire skills to work efficiently and effectively in utilities network construction by organising work activities to minimise hazards, maintaining high standards of housekeeping, and communicating data to resolve problems while adhering to health and safety requirements.

How the thinking builds
  1. Remember
  2. Understand
  3. Apply
  4. Analyse
  5. Evaluate
  6. Create
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Built for CABWI Level 2 Certificate In Network Construction Operations (Water) - Service Layer

13 units in this credential, in the order it lists them, awarded by CABWI Awarding Body.

  1. Create an efficient and effective environment in Utilities Network Construction
  2. Establish and maintain effective working relationships in Utilities Network Construction
  3. Excavate and maintain holes and trenches for utilities network construction
  4. Install equipment for safe working on sites for utilities network construction
  5. Install equipment for safe working on the highway for utilities network construction
  6. Install water services up to 50mm nominal bore or 63mm polyethylene

and 7 more in the full unit list below.

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  3. The conditions you learn under Not a learning-styles quiz. The evidence does not support those. The dimensions the research does back, read once and used to shape the plan.
  4. How far you got last time It picks up mid-thought. The tutor knows what you said, what you struggled with, and what it asked you to try.
  5. Which tutor suits the moment Twelve of them, each for a different kind of thinking. The one who walks you through a first idea is not the one who stress-tests it.

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  1. 6CreateThe Creative Catalyst
  2. 5EvaluateThe Evidence Evaluator
  3. 4AnalyseThe Analyst
  4. 3ApplyThe Coach
  5. 2UnderstandThe Connector
  6. 1RememberThe Builder

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Why the companion is worth £70 a month

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That is one-to-one on this qualification, every day, on the work you already do, for £70 a month. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it. Billed monthly, cancel any time and billing stops.

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